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Tour Code : WZC
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Destinations : Zambia
Tour Starts : Lusaka, Zambia
Tour Ends : Lusaka, Zambia
Group Size : 4 - 12
Ages : 16+
Activity :
8 days from
NOK 29 560
NOK 28 080

Overview

Paddle the Zambezi, camping as you go, to spot Africa’s wildest locals – elephants, hippos, crocodiles and more

Flowing between Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Zambezi is a lifeline for some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife. On this active adventure, you’ll explore its channels by canoe, sharing the water with elephants, hippos, crocodiles and a tour leader who knows all the animals’ favourite hiding spots. Each evening, you camp wild on secluded beaches, gathering around the campfire to share stories with the group and gaze into the star-sprinkled sky. If you want to experience African wildlife as it should be – truly wild – this is the trip for you.

Highlights
  • Canoe the mighty Zambezi, spotting elephants, hippos and crocodiles as you go
  • Gain fascinating insights into the wildlife and environment from your knowledgeable tour leader
  • Wild camp on remote islands, sleeping beneath the dazzling stars
  • Join a ranger-led nature walk in the Lower Zambezi National Park
  • Venture out on a night safari drive to spot elusive nocturnal animals
  • Finish at a riverside camp, complete with a bar, pool and hot showers
Key Information
  • Accommodation: 7 Simple nights (semi-participatory camping, 3 wild camping and 4 campsites)
  • Travel by open canoes (no previous experience needed)
  • Group normally 4 to 12, plus tour leader. Minimum age: 16
Included
  • All breakfasts, six lunches and seven dinners
  • All accommodation
  • All transport and listed activities
  • Tour leader throughout
  • Group arrival and departure transfers available
Not included
  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Visas or vaccinations

Itinerary

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Important Information

The trip destination
  • Accommodation: 7 Simple nights (semi-participatory camping, 3 wild camping and 4 campsites)
  • Travel by open canoes (no previous experience needed)
  • Group normally 4 to 12, plus tour leader. Minimum age: 16
Food
Meals are prepared for you, but group members are asked to assist in preparation and washing up. Typical meals Breakfast: Cereals or coffee and toast plus a fried breakfast on most days Lunch: Fresh salads, cold meats, cheese, bread, condiments, fruit Evening meal (biggest meal of the day): Stews, pasta, curry, local cuisine Vegetarians can be catered for but, given the difficulties of preparing different meals while wild camping, the variety of food may be limited. Please indicate special dietary requirements (eg vegetarian or allergies) when booking. We supply the following drinks: fruit squash served throughout, and tea or coffee served with breakfast and dinner. There is always a plentiful supply of chlorinated water available (sometimes even chilled!) and we encourage you to drink water throughout the day to avoid dehydration.
Weather

With exceptionally mild winters, Zambia is best enjoyed during the dry season. This period extends from May to early November. The days are generally dry, hot and sunny with daytime highs around 25C (77F); however, nights can be cool (down to 10C/50F). From June to August, it can be exceptionally cold. September and October are the hottest months, where daytime highs are regularly 35C (95F) and night-time temperatures can be around 23C (73F). Rainfall is generally confined between November and April. Rains normally occur as heavy showers, but they tend to clear rapidly with sunshine still predominant.

Is this trip for you?

This trip is graded Activity Level 4 (Moderate & Challenging) with a Wildlife Rating of Four. For more information on our trip gradings, visit the Activity Level Guidelines page or our Wildlife Holidays page for more on our Wildlife Ratings. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip, please contact us.

Itinerary: This is generally a comfortable participatory safari but, as it goes through some wild country, come prepared to be flexible and expect delays or inconveniences. Travel is by Canadian-style 5.5m (18ft) two-person canoes and open-backed safari vehicle.

Fitness and experience: No previous experience is necessary, but you should have a reasonable level of fitness as it is an active trip. An ability to swim is recommended.

Safety: Lifejackets are provided, which must be worn when you’re in the canoe.

Phone reception: There is no phone reception whilst on the canoe safari but wifi is available at the camp on Day 7.

Prices / Dates

By accepting our offer in writing, you/you confirm that our terms and conditions have both been read and understood and that cancellation fees may apply if the trip is cancelled.

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Sat, 20 Jun 2026 / Sat, 27 Jun 2026 NOK 29 560 NOK 28 080 On request NOK 3 630 Available
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 / Sat, 01 Aug 2026 NOK 29 560 NOK 25 125 On request NOK 3 630 Available
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 / Sat, 29 Aug 2026 NOK 29 560 On request NOK 3 630 Available
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 / Sat, 12 Sep 2026 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 630 Available
Sat, 19 Sep 2026 / Sat, 26 Sep 2026 NOK 30 635 On request NOK 3 630 Available
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 / Sat, 17 Oct 2026 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 630 Available
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 / Sat, 14 Nov 2026 NOK 28 215 On request NOK 3 630 Available
Sat, 12 Jun 2027 / Sat, 19 Jun 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 Available
Sat, 10 Jul 2027 / Sat, 17 Jul 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 Available
Sat, 28 Aug 2027 / Sat, 04 Sep 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 Available
Sat, 11 Sep 2027 / Sat, 18 Sep 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 Available
Sat, 02 Oct 2027 / Sat, 09 Oct 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 Available
Sat, 16 Oct 2027 / Sat, 23 Oct 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 Available
Sat, 06 Nov 2027 / Sat, 13 Nov 2027 NOK 29 560 On request NOK 3 765 Available
AVAILABLE DATES PRICE (1 ADULT) PRICE (1 CHILDREN) SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT TRAVEL STATUS
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 / Sat, 27 Jun 2026 NOK 29 560 NOK 28 080 On request NOK 3 630 On request
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 / Sat, 01 Aug 2026 NOK 29 560 NOK 25 125 On request NOK 3 630 On request
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 / Sat, 29 Aug 2026 NOK 29 560 On request NOK 3 630 On request
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 / Sat, 12 Sep 2026 NOK 33 590 On request NOK 3 630 On request
Sat, 19 Sep 2026 / Sat, 26 Sep 2026 NOK 30 635 On request NOK 3 630 On request
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 / Sat, 17 Oct 2026 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 630 On request
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 / Sat, 14 Nov 2026 NOK 28 215 On request NOK 3 630 On request
Sat, 12 Jun 2027 / Sat, 19 Jun 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 On request
Sat, 10 Jul 2027 / Sat, 17 Jul 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 On request
Sat, 28 Aug 2027 / Sat, 04 Sep 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 On request
Sat, 11 Sep 2027 / Sat, 18 Sep 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 On request
Sat, 02 Oct 2027 / Sat, 09 Oct 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 On request
Sat, 16 Oct 2027 / Sat, 23 Oct 2027 NOK 30 905 On request NOK 3 765 On request
Sat, 06 Nov 2027 / Sat, 13 Nov 2027 NOK 29 560 On request NOK 3 765 On request

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